Information for Visitors

To date, a staggering 73 km2 of Terra Nova National Park’s forested areas have been negatively impacted by moose browsing, with 13 km2 completely transformed into open grassy fields.

The forests of Terra Nova National Park are at risk due to years of over-browsing by moose, an overpopulated species that was introduced to Newfoundland in 1878 and 1904. Without active management of moose populations, the park’s forests will continue to suffer.

To restore forest health, Parks Canada has undertaken a moose management program. During this time, volunteer harvesters will help Parks Canada reduce the number of moose in Terra Nova National Park.

Visitor and public safety is always Parks Canada’s first priority. Staff will make every effort to minimize the effects of this program on the experience you have in the park during autumn and winter seasons.

What you need to know prior to your visit to Terra Nova National Park this autumn & winter:

The moose population reduction will take place between October 14, 2014 and January 25, 2015. This ensures that the peak visitor season is avoided.

The Moose Management Area encompasses most of the park, but our most utilized hiking trails and facilities are available for visitor use and enjoyment and are off limits to hunting.

The following areas are open to visitors and closed to hunting for the entire hunting season:

Louil Hills Trail

Cobblers Day Use

Newman Sound Campground and Coastal Trail to HQ Wharf

Southwest Brook Day Use Area

Golf Course

The following trails are open to visitors and closed to hunting until October 27: